Tanzania Hotels

::  LAKE MANYARA SERENA LODGE

 

 

OFFICIAL CATEGORY (Ministry of Tourism classification): 04****

 

LOCATION: At Lake Manyara, on the edge of Mto A Mbu Escarpment. He distance is about 75 Km from Tarangire, 130 Km from Arusha, 60 Km from Ngorongoro, 205 Km from Serengeti and 02 Km from Manyara Airstrip serviced by scheduled flights twice daily.

 

DESCRIPTION: The Lake Manyara Serena Safari lodge has a spectacular dramatic setting overlooking the Great Rift Valley, the beautiful Soda Lake of Manyara and the Manyara National Park famous for it's tree-climbing lions. The extraordinary birdlife has made this place world-renowned among ornithologists, who come to observe the masses of pink flamingos and great birds of prey. The circular shape of the buildings is a tribute to indigenous architectural traditions and the abundant birdlife inspired the design of lodge - swooping curves are complemented by soft, geometric patterns; stylish murals depict bird migration patterns.. Beyond the superb standards of hospitality offered, there is a spirit of tranquility that prevails.

 

NUMBER OF ROOMS: 54 rooms (01 Suite, 12 triples and 41 twins).

 

Room décor: Spacious rooms with private balcony that have panoramic views of the Great Rift Valley and the soda Lake of Manyara. The room interior decor compliment the birdlife of the Manyara region.

 

Room amenities: In room safe, telephone and en-suite bathroom and toilet, shaving outlet & coffee making facilities.

 

Special features: Panoramic view of Lake Manyara and available optional activities like hiking, canoeing and bike treks.

 

FOOD & BEVERAGE FACILITIES:

The unique architecture of the lodge continues in the restaurant and bar with colourful moldings and complimenting light fixtures that hang from intricately detailed African ceilings. The bar and Restaurant offer guests both indoor and outdoor seating at each meal.  With their graceful domed ceilings, curved walls and colourful murals, the guest lounge is the ideal venue to relax. The Pool bar and viewing platform offer terrace seating with breathtaking views over Lake Manyara. The dining room has a capacity of 160, lounge 40 and terrace 60.

 

 

 

GENERAL FACILITIES:

Express check-in and check-out facilities

Laundry Services

Baby sitter on request

House-doctor call

Gift shop

Secretarial Services

 

RECREATIONAL FACILITIES:

Champagne bush breakfast.

Guided walks

Evening entertainments around camp-fires

Game viewing drives

Boat rides

Abseiling

Mountain Bike Riding

Bird walks

Hiking

 

CONFERENCE FACILITIES: Available

 

CLIMATE: Tropical conditions that are relatively hot during the day and cool at night. During the months of June and September, it is much cooler. However, from March to May there is a series of “Long Rains”, and the “Short Rains” are experienced during October and December. The hottest months are between October and February.